Tyrone v Mayo: Preview, Odds & Betting Tips
| Timetable | 31st May, 19:00 GMT |
| Prediction | Tyrone To Win! |
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Group 1 of the All-Ireland Series has been wide open following surprising results in the first 2 matches. Mayo was shocked in Castlebar by Cavan, and Tyrone managed to upset Donegal in the challenging environment of Ballybofey at MacCumhaill Park. With these results, Tyrone could now secure their place in the All-Ireland knockout stage if they can defeat a disjointed Mayo team at Healy Park on Saturday evening.
Malachy O'Rourke knows that the Red Hands cannot take this match lightly, especially with a wounded Mayo side travelling north. However, it's difficult to have much confidence in their ability to turn things around, given Mayo's uninspiring performance against Cavan. Read our Tyrone v Mayo All-Ireland SFC prediction and stay updated on the best platforms for your SFC betting needs by checking out our sportsbook reviews as the race for the Sam Maguire Trophy intensifies.
🏆 Tyrone v Mayo Prediction
Tyrone displayed great energy under the rain-laden skies in Ballybofey on Saturday. They won the midfield battle against Donegal, and Seanie O’Donnell’s opportunistic two first-half goals provided the foundation they needed for a victory, marking a magnificent start to their All Ireland Football Series journey.
When the going got tough, Tyrone found the answers. It would have been easy for them to give in when Donegal took a two-point lead inside the final 10 minutes. Instead, the Red Hands pushed through and scored the last five points of the contest, winning by 3. This mental toughness will be essential as they prepare to face Mayo.
Kevin McStay's side struggled in their previous match against Cavan at MacHale Park. While any team can underperform, it was Mayo's apparent acceptance of their situation that surprised observers. In truth, they were fortunate to finish just three points behind. Now, they face a Tyrone team boosted by their win over Donegal, with top spot in the group and a place in the All-Ireland quarter-finals in sight. For this reason, our Tyrone v Mayo prediction is for a home win in Omagh on Saturday night.
OUR PREDICTION: 🏆 TYRONE TO WIN 🏆
💯 Tyrone v Mayo Betting Odds
After experiencing contrasting fortunes in the first round, Tyrone are strong favourites with a price of 1.36 at DirectionBet to overcome Mayo. With home advantage on their side, Mayo fans are becoming increasingly anxious about their chances in this group, which includes three northern teams. The latest Tyrone v Mayo betting odds matchup shows Kevin McStay's team as significant underdogs for their mission at Healy Park. However, as past experiences have demonstrated, it's often unwise to dismiss Mayo. The oddsmakers from some of the best betting sites indicate that Mayo will face a tough challenge travelling north.
✔️ Tyrone v Mayo Betting Tips
Tyrone came very close to eliminating All-Ireland champions Armagh in their Ulster semi-final and will feel that the clash in Clones slipped away from them. They had a month to prepare for Donegal and approached the match in Ballybofey fully focused, with two first-half goals making a significant difference. This performance was a strong statement from Malachy O'Rourke's side, and they will be eager to build on it.
In contrast, Mayo delivered a disappointing performance in their loss to Cavan. It’s difficult to see how they can recover from such a timid defeat, and they may find themselves in trouble well before the final whistle in Omagh.
Darren McCurry took some time to find his rhythm against Donegal but ultimately contributed seven points. The Edendork sharpshooter was able to find time and space against a well-organised Donegal defence. He should thrive against a Mayo side if they replicate the lethargy shown in their match against Cavan.
Seanie O'Donnell scored twice against Donegal and nearly added a third in the first half. His energetic running and intelligent movement should create more scoring opportunities in Omagh, and he has a keen eye for goal. He could be a good option in the Tyrone vs. Mayo betting odds for scoring the first goal. Here are some other Tyrone v Mayo betting tips to keep in mind as you bet:
- Tip 1: Tyrone -3.5 points: Mayo were fortunate to finish just three points behind Cavan in Castlebar after a lacklustre performance. They are facing a Tyrone side that has entered the All-Ireland picture following their win against Donegal, and the gap in quality could be evident. This Tyrone v Mayo All Ireland football H2H matchup is likely to favor the home side by more than 3.5 points, with odds priced at 1.75 at DirectionBet.
- Tip 2: Darren McCurry Over 7.5 points: Darren McCurry had his shooting boots on against Donegal, scoring seven points, including a crucial two-pointer amid poor weather conditions. He is Tyrone's key player and can surpass that total in this match.
- Tip 3: Seanie O’Donnell first goalscorer: Seanie O'Donnell was crucial in two well-executed Tyrone moves in MacCumhaill Park, scoring a brace in the first half. The Trillick youngster looks comfortable in the Tyrone forward line and has the potential to raise the opening green flag once again.
⚽ Tyrone Squad Form
Tyrone had a month to work on the game plan for facing Donegal, and Malachy O'Rourke had his homework done. They won the midfield battle and forced Donegal to rely too heavily on Michael Murphy.
Trillick forward Seanie O'Donnell twice hit the net, while Darren McCurry was a constant menace and his bet in the scoreboard.
Peter Teague and Peter Harte impressed off the bench, the latter kicking the superb two-pointer that paved the way for Tyrone's win. He may be pushing for a starting role now, while Eoin McElholm and Frank Burns can be pleased with their work after coming in as subs.
⚽Mayo Squad Form
Where next for Kevin McStay and Mayo? Their seismic shock at home to Cavan has left the Mayo panel staring at an early exit before the Championship is truly engaged at full throttle.
Will this be the season that Mayo's golden generation of All-Ireland contenders are finally made extinct, with the mission unaccomplished? Aidan O'Shea is the last standing bastion of those great teams that went toe-to-toe with a brilliant generation of Dublin talent.
Two late scores from substitutes Ryan O’Donoghue (free) and Fergal Boland secured a low-scoring Allianz League clash between these teams in Castlebar in the spring, but this is a vastly different challenge. That was a mediocre match that never managed to rise above the ordinary. This is Championship fare as Tyrone attempt to bolster their claims as Sam Maguire contenders and Mayo battle to avoid extinction.
👕 Tyrone v Mayo Predicted Lineups
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✒️ Tyrone v Mayo - H2H Stats
The first Championship meeting of these sides was the 1989 All-Ireland semi-final in Croke Park, and it was Mayo that won a low-scoring contest by three points. They wouldn’t clash again in Championship fare until 2004, when Mayo once more came out best in an All-Ireland quarter-final in Croke Park as Mickey Harte's reigning All-Ireland champions were sent crashing out by John Maughan's Mayo. The latest instalment of the Tyrone-Mayo rivalry comes amid another action-packed weekend of GAA action, so why not check out these free bet offers as the Championship season gathers pace?
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